Mincemeat (lamb/ beef) and Potato Curry (Aloo Keema). Aloo Keema - Pakistani Minced Lamb and Potato Curry Succulent minced lamb simmers in a tomato-based sauce with a variety of aromatic spices before adding sliced potatoes to the curry. The contrast between the meaty keema and the tender potatoes is the stuff comfort food is made of. This Aloo keema, or minced meat and potato curry, is a quite popular home food menu among Indian/ Pakistani cuisines.
Made in the instant pot or stovetop, it is a one-pot dish that's easy to make. Heavenly when eaten with roti or rice! In the mood for a filling, very satisfying meal? You can have Mincemeat (lamb/ beef) and Potato Curry (Aloo Keema) using 16 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you cook that.
Ingredients of Mincemeat (lamb/ beef) and Potato Curry (Aloo Keema)
- It's 4 Tbsp of oil.
- You need 2 of medium onions finely chopped.
- It's 1/2 kg of beef / lamb mincemeat (keema).
- It's 1 tsp of ginger paste.
- It's 1 tsp of garlic paste.
- Prepare 2 tsp of coriander powder.
- Prepare 1/4 tsp of turmeric powder.
- It's 1 tsp of salt or to taste.
- It's 1 tsp of red chili powder.
- Prepare 1 tsp of red chilli flakes.
- Prepare 1/4 tsp of cinnamon powder (for sprinkle).
- You need 2 of medium potatoes cut into chunks.
- It's 1/2 cup of boiled water.
- You need 2-3 of green chilies.
- It's 1/4 cup of coriander leaves for garnish (divide).
- Prepare 2 of spring onions chopped.
Aloo means potato in Urdu and keema is mincemeat or ground meat. Aloo keema, sometimes also called keema aloo is a mince curry staple in every Pakistani home. It is ground beef or lamb curry with potatoes. It is super simple to make like any other everyday cooking recipe.
Mincemeat (lamb/ beef) and Potato Curry (Aloo Keema) instructions
- Heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onions and fry till nice golden brown..
- Add the mincemeat along with ginger & garlic paste. Cook on medium – high heat for a few minutes till color changes..
- Add the dry spices (coriander powder, salt, turmeric,red chili powder & red chilli flakes) Keep stirring for 4-5 minutes to let the spices cook..
- Add the potatoes and fry 4-5 minutes then add 1/2 cup of boiled water. Turn the heat slow and add 2-3 green chillies, chopped spring onion & some coriander..
- Sprinkle cinnamon powder cover and let cook till potatoes are tender. Take off heat. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with roti, naan or boiled rice..
Aloo Keema is a popular Pakistani & North Indian dish consisting of curried, minced or ground meat (keema) and potatoes (aloo). Keema, or qeema, can be prepared in a variety of ways (check out my beef curry roundup here) and is often paired with vegetables. Aloo Keema is a traditional Pakistani recipe using lamb mince and potatoes. This recipe packs in lots of spice and is also really easy to cook perfect for a mid-week dinner. Its enjoyed best with some fresh chapattis or alongside rice.